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Black Eye Pea Soup Recipe

Black-eyed peas are traditionally eaten in the American South on New Years Day for good luck. This recipe is un-traditional, but delicious! Curry powder, lime, and cilantro are packed with flavor without the salt and fat of the salt pork typically used. Try using dried beans, which are lower in salt than canned and more economical. Heres to a healthy and lucky New Year!

Ingredients

1.25 cups dried black-eyed peas

1 tablespoon canola oil

.5 medium onion, chopped

2 medium carrots, peeled and diced

1 teaspoon each: cumin, curry powder

.5 teaspoon salt

2 cloves garlic

6 cups water

Juice of 1 lime

.25 cup chopped cilantro

Preparation

1. Place beans in a pot of water and bring to a boil. Let boil for 2 minutes then let sit for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans.

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